Neocamera - 5/2/2007 - has reviewed the 7.2 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX30 and they write, “In the end the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX30 turns out to be an average ultra-compact camera with a wide-angle lens. Unfortunately for the FX30, there are other such cameras, like the better Canon Powershot SD800 IS. Images from this digital camera are overly contrasty, lack dynamic range and show visibly more noise than its competitors. At ISO 100 and 200, noise is only slightly noticeable but starting at ISO 400 it gets worse. Another image quality problem is the smudging of low-contrast details present even at ISO 100. One major problem that cannot easily be overlooked is that the FX30’s LCD does not accurately represent exposure. Most point-and-shoot cameras are designed to provide foolproof simplicity and not having a WYSIWYG live-preview is problematic for its target users.
Photoxels - 4/12/2007 - has reviewed the 7.2 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX30 and they write, “The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX30 is a well-built, beautifully designed digital camera that will make many point-and-shoot photographers happy. Just remember that if you need large prints, stay at the low ISO of 100 (and perhaps 200); otherwise for small prints and for Web only display, switch to Intelligent ISO to make the most of this digital camera. The FX30 is a point-and-shoot digital camera you may want in your pocket at all times ready to catch those precious moments of life!”
ePhotoZine - 4/3/2007 - has reviewed the 7.2 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX30 and they write, “The inclusion of anti-shake, optical technology is fairly radical at this price point, but in reality, it will make a difference on a fairly small bandwith of shutter speeds. Of much more practical use is the 28mm lens, which makes it easier to compose wider landscape shots, and also to get people into group shots. Really, it’s a must-have feature for compacts, and it’s surprising that more cameras don’t have it. That’s a big plus point. On the downside, the style and design of the camera are something a bank manager might like – it’s very dull and uninspiring. The image quality isn’t great either, but this department is redeemed by the noise control, which allows the whole ISO range to be utilized, unlike some cameras. While there are no AP or SP modes, the scene modes and Program mode allow the use of exposure compensation for some photographic control. This is invariably based around using the shutter speed as there are only two aperture settings at f/2.8 and f/8. What’s a slight worry is that when the 3.6x optical zoom is selected the apertures shift by some degree, resulting in f/16, and difficulties hand-holding the camera for a landscape shot.”
Panasonic has announced the 7.2 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX30. Features Include: 28mm wide-angle LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens, 2.5-inch LCD, image stabilization, 3.6x optical zoom (equivalent to 28-100mm on a 35mm film camera), and will retail for $349.95.
SECAUCUS, N.J., January 31, 2007 — Panasonic today introduced the new Lumix DMC-FX30 compact digital still camera, the successor [...]
